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When to Trust Your Instincts and Cancel a Trip
There is a lot going on in the world, to say the least. Most recently, both Cuba and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, have been in the news with varying degrees of crisis. We take a few moments on this Travel Tip Tuesday to discuss what you can do to help figure out whether travelling to places where something is going on is the right trip for you. We all have varying degrees of risk tolerance, and through proper research and due diligence, plus intuition, it will be up to you in the end to stay or go. Either way, no matter where you go, be smart, safe and ready for anything!
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Medications That Are Illegal to Bring to Japan
Tune into this episode if you travel with prescription medication, because while this episode is about Japan specifically, it is also food for thought to ensure that you research any travel destination when traveling with medication. Jenn shares that it is actually illegal to bring in some medications, others require forms to be filled out, and some medications, if brought into the country illegally, can lead to arrest and even imprisonment. Let us share this super important information with you: what you need to know and how you can avoid the worst-case scenario when bringing certain medications into Japan.
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Check Before You Pack Your Vape
On this Travel Tip Tuesday, it really hits home with our old adage – do your research on the laws of the country you are travelling to! This one comes to us from Mexico (although we reveal several other countries with the same existing law), and their new stance on vaping and e-cigarettes as of January 2026. Tune in to hear everything you need to know about the new laws and the potential penalties if you are caught! Hint – no one should risk going to jail over vaping!
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Why You Should Visit Canada in 2026
Besides being the country that has brought you the international phenomenon ‘Heated Rivalry’(you’re welcome), we have a lot more to offer as well! Canada is safe and friendly, and our doors are open. Whether you enjoy more urban travel, we have big and small cities to suit your interests. We have nature and lakes and coastline…like so much nature! Don’t make the mistake of thinking Canada is just Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal, as there is so much more to see from coast to coast. Think Newfoundland and Nova Scotia or the prairie provinces, but no matter what, come visit Canada and enjoy all we have to offer! You won’t regret it!
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Travel Hack to Save on Hotels
Jenn saved $533 with this one travel hack – Yes, you read that right! This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you regularly book hotels when you travel! Jenn shares her experience splurging on the Fairmont Royal York on a recent pre-Christmas trip and how she saved $533 by doing something so simple that we figure a lot of people wouldn’t think to do or bother. Do you want to potentially save even a bit off of your upcoming hotel stay? If so, tune in and hear this super simple tip! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and…
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Avoid Voiding Your Ticket Refunds
Could this be a new travel fear unlocked!? Jenn happened upon a story she felt compelled to share with us all as a cautionary tale, which involves something none of us want to do – read the fine print! The story involves refundable train tickets, downloading tickets, changing plans and the loss of cash – sounds terrible, right? Tune in to find out why it is so key for you to ensure you don’t just skim over the details as well as the terms and conditions, because you may regret it if you don’t! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and…
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Travel as an Extension of Your Everyday Life
There is always a trend to follow if you want to find one, even in travel. In 2026, travel, like life, can be expensive, and there is a trend setting in of planning your travel around what you love to do in your everyday life. Let us explain! Do you like to read!? Plan a vacation somewhere relaxing, where you can spend your time reading, but in the luxury of a different space! Do you love to spend time with your family!? Plan a multi-generational trip to make memories that last a lifetime. Is it really important for you to have “alone time”? Plan a trip just for yourself, and…
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Ryanair Boarding Pass Changes in 2025
How would you feel about no longer having a paper boarding pass to hold in your hand as you board an airplane? We could be on the cusp of this happening. Ryanair is switching to fully digital boarding passes – almost! Most of their passengers already check in online and use digital boarding passes, so they likely won’t see it as a huge shift. You will need to check in online, and if you don’t check in before arriving at the airport, you will be charged. If you have checked in online and cannot use your phone for some reason, you will be issued a paper boarding pass, but again,…
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What is the Entry/Exit System (EES) in Europe?
In October of 2026, the rollout of the new EES program, or Entry/Exit Requirement for Schengen Border Control, began. It has not been fully instituted yet, but will be by April 2026. What does this mean for you, the traveller who is NOT an EU citizen, and why is this change taking place? Tune into this episode as we break down the when, where, what, and why of it all. TIP: The great thing is, for this requirement, you don’t need to do anything before travel!
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How to Avoid Baggage Fees When Flying
Let us tell you a story – a story about when you purchased an airline ticket, you never had to think about whether a bag was included in your price. A second bag, sure, but a first checked bag – once upon a time, it was a given. Not so much anymore!Tune into this episode where Jenn dives deeper into a few ways you can avoid baggage fees when booking your next airline travel, and a few suggestions include not having to think about it each and every time you book – how exciting! Battle those baggage fees with these insightful tips!
